Kulim combines a distinctive local history with a focus on nature and outdoor activities at Sungai Sedim. In Kampung Sedim, Rumah Lindungan Raja and the story of a name change recall the local past. At Hutan Lipur Sungai Sedim, kayaking, rafting and a forest walking trail take centre stage. When looking for a holiday rental in Kulim, these different interests can help determine the focus of your stay.

Local History and Landmarks

Rumah Lindungan Raja has stood since 1934 and is located in Kampung Sedim, in the Kulim District. Its walls are decorated with carvings in the shape of bamboo shoots. On 12 January 1963, Kampung Sedim was renamed Kampung Lindungan Raja. The name recalls the protection that residents had given Sultan Abdul Hamid Halim Shah. The house and the place name thus offer two points of connection to Kampung Sedim’s history: one is a house that has stood since 1934, while the other recalls the protection that prompted the renaming.

The Jam Merdeka Kulim clock tower also remains a landmark of Kulim. For those interested in culture, these provide different points of reference: at Rumah Lindungan Raja, the house’s history and its bamboo-shoot carvings stand out, while Jam Merdeka Kulim is notable for its significance as a landmark.

Water and Forest at Sungai Sedim

Hutan Lipur Sungai Sedim is located in Karangan, Kulim. Visitors can kayak and raft there, and there is also a 1,454-metre forest walking trail. The activities range from being on the water to following a specific route through the forest.

The Tree Top Walk Sungai Sedim crosses the Sungai Sedim river. This river crossing distinguishes the Tree Top Walk from the water activities and forest walking trail mentioned above, and offers another perspective on the recreation area.

The recreation area also has a cafeteria and a souvenir shop. Access, route conditions and facilities may change, so check the current situation before visiting.

Kedah as a Wider Travel Horizon

In the wider travel region of Kedah, the Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark offers a different geographical scale. It is in the state of Kedah and covers approximately 478 square kilometres of land, or around 920 square kilometres in total, including water areas. The geopark was established on 1 June 2007 and is Southeast Asia’s first UNESCO Global Geopark. Its scale and designation give the geopark a different profile from Kulim’s local cultural and activity highlights.

Kedah’s archaeological heritage is another distinct highlight. The Bujang Valley is a vast archaeological site covering 224 square kilometres near Merbok in Kedah. At Sungai Batu, Kedah holds evidence of Southeast Asia’s earliest civilisation, including iron smelting and the large-scale export of iron ore. The iron industry at Sungai Batu operated from the 1st to the 8th century AD.

For the broader travel overview: Kedah.